Judith

Meaning praised, woman from Judea
Origin Hebrew
Gender Girl
Popularity Moderate
Length 6
Syllables 2
Syllabification Ju-dith

About Judith

Judith represents classic naming at its finest, offering timeless appeal that has endured across generations and cultures. This distinguished name brings to mind strength, intelligence, and unwavering character—qualities that never go out of style. Parents who choose Judith often appreciate its rich literary and historical associations, from biblical narratives to accomplished figures throughout history. The name provides wonderful versatility through nicknames like Judy, Jude, or Judi, each offering different flavors while maintaining connection to the original. Judith works beautifully in professional settings, lending gravitas and credibility, yet softens perfectly in family environments. It's particularly appealing for parents seeking names that honor older generations while remaining entirely wearable for modern children. Judith doesn't chase trends—it sets standards, offering your daughter a name that will never feel dated or need explanation.

Variations of Name Judith

Yehudit
Judit
Giuditta
Judita
Yudit

Names Similar to Judith

Julia
Julie
Judy
Jude
Julianna
Juliet

Nicknames for Judith

Judy
Judi
Juju
Didi
Judith

Famous People Named Judith

Judith ButlerAmerican philosopher and gender theorist
Judith SheindlinJudge Judy - American television personality and former judge
Judith JamisonAmerican dancer and choreographer
Judith LightAmerican actress
Judith DurhamAustralian singer
Judith MillerAmerican journalist
Judith CristAmerican film critic
Judith LeiberAmerican fashion designer
Judith ResnikAmerican astronaut

Characters Named Judith

Judith Harper-MelnickCharacter from "Two and a Half Men"
Judith MyersCharacter from the movie "Halloween"
Judith CarrCharacter from the TV series "The Sopranos"
Judith FarrowCharacter from the movie "Death on the Nile"
Judith IscariotCharacter from the comic book series "Preacher"
Judith GrimesCharacter from the video game series "The Walking Dead - The Telltale Series"
Judith McMonigle FlynnCharacter from the "Bed-and-Breakfast Mysteries" book series
Judith HavelockCharacter from the James Bond novel "For Your Eyes Only"
Judith BrownCharacter from the TV series "Skins"
Judith MillerCharacter from the TV series "The Good Wife"
Judith AndersonCharacter from the TV series "Vikings"